What is the cheapest way to get from Castleford to Scunthorpe?

The cheapest way to get from Castleford to Scunthorpe is to drive which costs £9 - £14 and takes 49 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Castleford to Scunthorpe?

The fastest way to get from Castleford to Scunthorpe is to drive which takes 49 min and costs £9 - £14.

Is there a direct train between Castleford and Scunthorpe?

No, there is no direct train from Castleford to Scunthorpe. However, there are services departing from Castleford and arriving at Scunthorpe via Leeds and Doncaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 58m.

How far is it from Castleford to Scunthorpe?

The distance between Castleford and Scunthorpe is 63 miles. The road distance is 38.3 miles.

How do I travel from Castleford to Scunthorpe without a car?

The best way to get from Castleford to Scunthorpe without a car is to train which takes 1h 58m and costs £20 - £70.

How long does it take to get from Castleford to Scunthorpe?

It takes approximately 1h 58m to get from Castleford to Scunthorpe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Castleford to Scunthorpe train from?

Castleford to Scunthorpe train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Castleford station.

Where does the Castleford to Scunthorpe train arrive?

Castleford to Scunthorpe train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Leeds station.

Can I drive from Castleford to Scunthorpe?

Yes, the driving distance between Castleford to Scunthorpe is 38 miles. It takes approximately 49 min to drive from Castleford to Scunthorpe.

How do I get a train ticket from Castleford to Scunthorpe?

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Where can I stay near Scunthorpe?

There are 293+ hotels available in Scunthorpe.

Castleford to Scunthorpe - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Castleford to Scunthorpe by train, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Castleford to Leeds
2. Take the train from Leeds to Doncaster
3. Take the train from Doncaster to Scunthorpe
1h 58m
£21–68
Drive 38.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Castleford to Scunthorpe38.1 mi
49 min
£10–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Castleford to Scunthorpe38.1 mi
49 min
£80–100
Train via Sheffield
1. Take the train from Castleford to MeadowhallLeeds - Sheffield / ...
2. Take the train from Meadowhall to ScunthorpeStockport - Cleethorpes / ...
2h 20m
£17–40

Castleford to Scunthorpe by train

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1h 58mAverage Duration

£21Cheapest Price

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Distance: 63 mi
Duration: 1h 58m

What companies run services between Castleford, England and Scunthorpe, England?

You can take a train from Castleford to Scunthorpe via Leeds and Doncaster in around 1h 58m.

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